Thursday, April 23, 2009

Onwards

At the beginning of last year I was thinking about what kind of project I would like to work on. I had become interested in the idea of characters that were less referential and more iconic and abstract. I particularly wanted to do something with a potato-headed stick-man that I had been drawing at that time.

I liked the idea of a moving image project that involved my obsession with running. Rather than make a narrative-based film, I wanted the content to be non-linear, reflecting the way I make drawings that have a logic all of their own.

I was talking to a friend at Nike, Kerry Shaw, about this idea and, given the subject matter, she suggested that Nike might be interested in supporting the film. I had been an admirer of Shynola's collaboration with David Shrigley in their promo for the track Good Song. I liked the way it maintained Shrigley's drawn aesthetic in its transformation into moving image, so I contacted them to see if they would be interested in working with me on the idea. Richard 'Kenny' Kenworthy agreed, and worked heroically on the film.

The film was inspired by certain personal experiences in running – a favourite run over Blanchland moor in Northumberland, being attacked by a crow in Singapore – and also by the transcendent, almost psychedelic experience of the simple act of running.

Rather than a marketing project inititated by Nike, the film was something proposed and produced by myself, and as such I hope represents a much more equal collaboration with a brand.

Wonderful first animation! "Onwards" could be presented at the 17th International Animation Festival, Anima Mundi, taking place in Rio de Janeiro from July 10th to July 19th, 2009. And I'd love to see you as a guest at the Festival!... So please, Mr. Jarvis, tell Nike to bring you to Brazil!!! \o/

incredible. The running and movement animation is top notch. I really like the non linear idea. When illustrations music and animation come together as well as this, you don't need a traditional storyline.

So now I have to ask if that was you dressed as the hero running the London Marathon yesterday? Cos whoever it was, they really stood out - the costume was amazing - but I couldn't place it at the time. And then today I see this (which is, of course, just wonderful).

Thanks so much for all the positive comments. That wasn't me running in the suit at the London Marathon. I did design it, and was planning on running in it until injuries got the better of me. A noble volunteer stepped in and said he would have a go at the last minute, so he has to take the credit for running a brilliant 3:33 in absolutely insane conditions.

This is my favorite little film EVER! I'm coming back from an injury that took way too long to figure out and I love watching the guy run. It inspires me and I get a vicarious high from it. Thanks so much!!

incredible. The running and movement animation is top notch. I really like the non linear idea. When illustrations music and animation come together as well as this, you don't need a traditional storyline.

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